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Kappler’s 50th anniversary on April 1 is no joking matter

GUNTERSVILLE, Ala., April 1, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) — Protective apparel manufacturer Kappler®, Inc. marks its 50th anniversary on April 1, with a twist of corporate irony around the company’s April Fools’ founding date in 1976. As millions of emergency responders and safety professionals can attest, Kappler’s innovative chemical suits are no joking matter.

Image caption: 50 Years of Proven Protection logo.

Based in Guntersville, Alabama, Kappler turns 50 as a technology leader that continues to redefine the concept of worker protection. From the company’s earliest hazmat suits to recent innovations for biological, fire retardant and thermal protection, Kappler has led a critical industry with unmatched quality and user training.

Founded by George Kappler Jr., the company is led today by President and CEO Laura Kappler-Roberts.

“In 1976 no one expected my father’s small company sewing disposable coveralls would evolve into a technology-based leader in life-saving apparel,” Kappler-Roberts said. “The company’s development of broad-based chemical protective fabrics literally redefined hazmat protection on a global basis.”

From six sewing machines and eight employees Kappler grew into a complex business that boasts almost 30 patents for composite fabrics, seaming techniques and other aspects of protective technology.

“Innovation is the backbone of the company. It is how we have survived and will be the key to thriving for the next 50 years,” Kappler-Roberts said.

Along with the innovative products themselves, Kappler also developed a reputation as the industry’s unmatched training expert. From ASTM testing methods to National Fire Protection Association chemical suit standards, Kappler developed user education programs and tools that made complex technical concepts easy to understand.

Kappler also developed HazMatch®, the first digital selection tool for protective clothing. Beyond suit type and size details, HazMatch provides extensive third-party chemical test results and other technical data that help users understand not just the suit but the hazard scenario itself. The platform is a tangible example of the company’s long-time tagline: “Know What You’re Getting Into.”

In reflecting on the company’s 50-year history, George Kappler recalled how they had to do a lot of pioneering work in the early days to explain exactly what the company did.

“We started saying ‘Kappler keeps bad stuff off people’ and that eventually became the company’s mission statement,” Kappler said.

“We make protection for people who do hazardous jobs. At the end of the day, when they put on our suit they’re putting their life in our hands. That’s a responsibility we take very seriously.”

To learn more visit: https://www.kappler.com/

About Kappler:

Founded in 1976, Kappler is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of protective fabrics and apparel for chemical, biological, radioactive and nuclear hazards (CBRN). Garments range from partial-body protection to NFPA* Certified total-encapsulating, gas-tight suits. From superheated steam to below-zero temperature applications, Kappler’s innovative fabrics address protection for a wide range of thermal hazards.

Currently holding over 26 U.S. patents, Kappler continues to research and develop new products that serve the fire, military, hazmat, emergency response, industrial and healthcare markets worldwide.

A family and woman-owned company registered to ISO 9001 since 1996, Kappler is a leading innovator in chemical and other barrier fabrics, garment design, specialty products and user education and training. Kappler makes its products at its U.S. corporate headquarters and manufacturing campus, located in Guntersville, Alabama.

*National Fire Protection Association

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Mopec Partners with the Michigan Association of Medical Examiners to Provide Free PPE to Multiple Counties Across Michigan

MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ -- Mopec, a leading manufacturer of anatomic pathology equipment and products, has partnered with the Michigan Association of Medical Examiners (MAME) to distribute vital personal protection equipment to multiple counties across Michigan, offering a lifeline to medical examiners at the frontline of public health.

The initiative aims to provide tangible support to counties facing budget constraints. By donating over 85,000 essential PPE items, including level 1 and level 4 gowns, as well as disposable shoe covers, Mopec seeks to alleviate the financial burden on local counties while ensuring the safety and well-being of medical examiners.

"We understand the challenges faced by county medical examiners, especially with budget limitations," remarked Jeff Pemberton, Vice President of Marketing and Consumables at Mopec. "Many of our counties lost the extra budget for PPE once the pandemic was over. Our decision to donate these products is our small way of showing support for their tireless dedication."

The PPE donation will benefit numerous counties across Michigan, including Allegan, Arenac, Barry, Bay, Berrien, Calhoun, Cass, Clinton, Eaton, Emmet, Grand Traverse, Ingham, Ionia, Iosco, Isabella, Livingston, Kalamazoo, Leelanau, Mackinac, Mason, Muskegon, Osceola, Ottawa, Saginaw, Shiawassee, St. Clair, St. Joseph, Tuscola, Van Buren, and Wayne.

For more information or to obtain a quotation, please visit https://www.mopec.com/, or call (800) 362-8491.

About Mopec:

As a division of Mopec Group, Mopec is guided by our mission to empower pathology & anatomy professionals with the leading platform of products and solutions for the advancement of diagnostic accuracy, safety, research, education, and the treatment of disease. This mission has driven us to become the leading experts on anatomic and forensic pathology equipment and workflow. We've been working hand-in-hand with pathology professions for over 30 years developing systems and solutions that facilitate safer gross examinations. As anatomic pathology as evolved, Mopec Group has been at the forefront, getting feedback, improving design, and solving problems.

Our unwavering dedication to excellence is underscored by the widespread installations within America's premier healthcare institutions, a testament to our continuous pursuit of providing cutting-edge tools that significantly contribute to the progress and safety of pathology and anatomy professionals worldwide. We are innovators. We are collaborators. We are grossing.

Mopec, a leading manufacturer of anatomic pathology equipment and products, has partnered with the Michigan Association of Medical Examiners (MAME) to distribute vital personal protection equipment to multiple counties across Michigan, offering a lifeline to medical examiners at the frontline of public health.

Related link: https://www.mopec.com/

Zootility Introduces Hover Shield For Travel, Designed To Fit Disposable Masks

PORTLAND, Maine /ScoopCloud/ -- Zootility, a design-driven US manufacturing company, announces a breakthrough innovation - the first travel eye shield, known as Hover Shield, that attaches to any disposable mask. Unlike any of its conventional bulky design predecessors, the nearly invisible Hover Shield provides an attractive solution for traveling, seasonal allergies, yard work, large public gatherings, institutional settings, and working in dusty environments.

Zootility's patent-pending loop hooking design allows the Hover Shield to be easily attached to any disposable mask with ear loops without applying any pressure to the face. The low-cost disposable shield was developed in part with support from the Maine Technology Institute (MTI).

The lightweight and transparent construction of the Hover Shield makes it barely noticeable. The Hover Shield seamlessly extends above any mask to cover the rest of the face. Other key features include universal attachment, adjustable angle, no straps and no pressure points design. Hover Shield also solves one of the biggest complaints wearers have with traditional face shields - fogging from their own warm exhalations. Hover Shield is available with an anti-fogging coating option.

"No one wants to wear a bulky eye shield when traveling. Hover Shield was created by travelers for travelers with comfort in mind and is perfect for air travel. Hover Shield deflects droplets from traveling directly into the eyes without obscuring the vision or adding the bulk that comes with conventional face shields. It basically just hovers there!" says Nate Barr, Founder of Zootility.

The product launch comes as more people worldwide are beginning to travel for the first time in a year amidst COVID numbers slowly increasing due to the highly virulent Delta variant. The CDC has long recommended eye protection in addition to a face mask whenever masking is required. Until now, there has not been a cost-effective solution for eye protection. The Hover Shield makes that recommendation easier to follow.

Visit Zootility's Kickstarter page to order your Hover Shield, meet the creators, and learn more about the product that is changing the way we travel: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/zootility-health/hover-shield.

Zootility designs, launches, and manufactures exciting functional everyday products that solve interesting problems using clever solutions, quality materials, and futuristic technology. For more information on Zootility, please visit http://www.zootility.com/.

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Caption: Zootility's travel eye shield, known as Hover Shield, attaches to any disposable mask.

Zootility, a design-driven US manufacturing company, announces a breakthrough innovation - the first travel eye shield, known as Hover Shield, that attaches to any disposable mask. Unlike any of its conventional bulky design predecessors, the nearly invisible Hover Shield provides an attractive solution for traveling, seasonal allergies, yard work, large public gatherings, institutional settings, and working in dusty environments.

Related link: https://zootility.com/

MWBE’s For PPE: American Manufacturing Re-Investing In Underserved Communities

NEW YORK, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Minority business enterprise (MBE) New York-based development and diversity supplier firm, MRV Group, LLC partners with architectural firm DXA studio to re-invest American made PPE sales to 501(c)(6) and 501(c)(3) organizations that support MWBE's and underserved communities impacted by COVID-19.

WHO: MRV Group, LLC

WHAT: MWBE's For PPE

WHERE: Nationwide

WHEN: February 1 - March 31, 2021

Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic almost a year ago, the supply chain of personal protection equipment (PPE) in the United States, such as medical grade facial masks, has been in short supply, with a heavy dependence on overseas manufacturing.

MWBE's For PPE is driving support to contribute to economic recovery efforts by advocating for organizations to purchase PPE from American manufacturers. In addition, the campaign directly re-invests sales toward 501(c)(6) or 501(c)(3) organizations that advance MWBE's (minority women business enterprises) and underserved communities impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic.

"Our firm focuses on advancing economic and social development place making strategies. Without the diversity of an entire community being represented, transformative community benefits and economic development can't be achieved effectively," says Glenn O. Vickers II, Principal Owner of MRV Group. "Working with partners like Empire State Development, NYC Small Business Services, NJ Office of Diversity and Inclusion to name a few, we know first-hand we are in a unique time in history to really come together at this moment."

Participants of the initiative, when ordering discounted American Made PPE, will select a 501(c)(6) or 501(c)(3) of their choice to support and 21% of each order will be re-invested into those organizations that support MWBE's and/or underserved communities within 7 days. MWBE's For PPE will be taking place during February (Black History Month) and March (Women's History Month).

New York based DXA studio, which just launched a comprehensive corporate Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity program, has increased MWBE participation efforts for their work throughout the country including New York, New Jersey, Maryland, and Washington D.C. "We're very excited to be part of this initiative with MRV Group, and in particular that it will multiply the positive effects of the distribution of PPE towards such great causes," says Wayne Norbeck Co-Founder of DXA studio.

"Chambers of Commerce, Business Improvement Districts, and a host of charitable organizations have been a lifeline for businesses and families alike during this time. They need all of our help to continue their critical work," says Vickers.

Municipalities, corporations, hospitals, and construction firms alike are encouraged to join the campaign today by visiting http://www.mwbesforppe.com/ for more information.

About MRV Group, LLC

MRV Group, LLC is a privately held full-service development, management, and commodity diversity supplier. They provide services for government clients at the federal, state, and local levels, as well as services in support of private and non-profit industries. MRV Group, LLC is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE). Learn more: https://www.mrvgroup.org/

Media Contact:
Glenn O. Vickers, Principal
MRV Group, LLC
info@mrvgroup.org
1855-343-3042

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Disclaimer: exercise due diligence in any prepaid orders or large contracts for any PPE equipment.

Minority business enterprise (MBE) New York-based development and diversity supplier firm, MRV Group, LLC partners with architectural firm DXA studio to re-invest American made PPE sales to 501(c)(6) and 501(c)(3) organizations that support MWBE's and underserved communities impacted by COVID-19.

Related link: https://www.mrvgroup.org/

Mopec Now Offering Disposable Gowns and Shoe Covers under Guardian Systems Line of PPE

MADISON HEIGHTS, Mich. /ScoopCloud/ -- Mopec, the nationwide leader in pathology, anatomy, mortuary and necropsy equipment and supplies, introduced disposable shoe covers as well as two different types of disposable gowns under their Mopec Guardian Systems line of personal protective equipment (PPE).

The offerings include disposable poly gowns, level IV isolation gowns, and disposable shoe covers. Items will be sold individually and will range in price from $2 - $8, depending on the product. These new items will join Mopec's full line of FDA- and CE-compliant PPE, including full-length face shields, 3-ply and KN95 masks, no-contact infrared thermometers and hand sanitizer.

"With the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Mopec recognized a need for gowns that actually provide healthcare workers with an adequate level of protection," said Jay Troger, CEO of Mopec. "We understand that demands for PPE continue to increase for our customers, and we want to make sure we do everything we can to provide the products that they need."

Mopec's PPE offerings are just one aspect of the Mopec Guardian Systems line of COVID-19 Preparation and Response products. The line also includes Mobile Morgue Containers & Trailers for rental and purchase, Guardian Systems for Lab Safety products, the patented MERC Portable Cooling Systems, Body Bags, the Guardian Rack System, and the MaxAir CAPR System.

For more information, or to obtain a quotation, please visit https://www.mopec.com/, or call (800) 362-8491.

About Mopec

Mopec, based in Madison Heights, Michigan, is a manufacturer and distributor of high-quality pathology, anatomy, mortuary, and necropsy equipment and products. Founded in 1992, Mopec differentiates itself through its extensive engineering process, superior design, and market-leading quality. Mopec is Better By Design and specializes in solutions for hospitals, universities, morgues, and a variety of other markets. Mopec is committed to the production innovative products and providing high quality customer service. For more information, visit https://www.mopec.com/.

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*Caption: Disposable Gowns and Shoe Covers now available from Mopec

Mopec, the nationwide leader in pathology, anatomy, mortuary and necropsy equipment and supplies, introduced disposable shoe covers as well as two different types of disposable gowns under their Mopec Guardian Systems line of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Related link: https://www.mopec.com/

Fort Worth Company Donates ‘Made in America’ N95 Masks to Salvation Army

FORT WORTH, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Fort Worth-based company United States Mask is on a mission to make the holidays a little brighter and safer for community members who need it the most. At 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 22, the United States Mask team will donate more than a thousand N95 particulate respirators to the Salvation Army of North Texas. With the recent surge in COVID-19 cases, the company is making sure that Salvation Army volunteers and children and families in need have the best protection available.

The integrity of the product they are giving is of utmost importance to United States Mask co-founders John Bielamowicz and David Baillargeon. Their N95 respirator is certified by the CDC's National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health. The product is also sourced and made exclusively in the United States, eliminating reliance on overseas supply chains. Using state-of-the-art technology and custom machinery, the N95 masks are part of the founders' commitment to bring manufacturing of personal protective equipment back to the U.S.

Built on the idea that masks should be made in America for Americans, Bielamowicz and Baillargeon started their company in April of 2020 when the pair saw that a limited supply of PPE was forcing healthcare personnel, first responders and front-line workers to reuse N95 respirators that had been imported from around the world. Finding the situation unacceptable, the business partners set out on a mission to ensure that individuals have access to N95s that are trustworthy and dependable.

"This is a difficult time for many people, and organizations like the Salvation Army are still continuing with their mission," said Baillargeon. "This donation is just a small way we can help to make sure these brave women and men are able to stay safe during this holiday season."

Purchasing options for United States Mask's N95 particulate respirators are available in quantities suitable for both small and large organizations. For more information or to place an order, visit https://www.unitedstatesmask.com/.

Media Contact:
Stacey Kole
Branded Pros
480.221.5818
stacey@brandedpros.com

Fort Worth-based company United States Mask is on a mission to make the holidays a little brighter and safer for community members who need it the most. At 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, December 22, the United States Mask team will donate more than a thousand N95 particulate respirators to the Salvation Army of North Texas.

Related link: https://www.unitedstatesmask.com/

Executive Intends to Stand on NYC Street Hugging COVID-19 Infected People

NEW YORK CITY, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- New York based Best Virus Shields (BestVirusShields.com) is the manufacturer of a new "oral" COVID-19 respirator mask for use in high-risk environments, like sitting in an airliner cabin for several hours shoulder-to-shoulder with up to 300 strangers or visits to medical facilities. Today the company announced that its President, Thomas Leahy, would stand on 7th. Ave. at the NW corner of 42nd. Street from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on November 25th. and 26th. to demonstrate the efficacy of the company's groundbreaking oral respirator mask.

While stationed there each day, Mr. Leahy will hold a large sign encouraging people infected with COVID-19, the flu or a common cold virus to take a moment for a hug in the spirit of hope and for the benefit of science. Mr. Leahy states, "I will rely on well-settled science and the superior KN100 filter technology incorporated into the company's oral respirator mask to be protected against any viruses. Further, in preparation, I tested negative for COVID-19 three different times in the past three weeks at three different laboratories and I will retest again following this event."

This oral respirator mask, a device that goes partially inside one's mouth to make a perfect seal using one's lips rather than directly on one's face, is a giant leap forward in COVID-19, flu and common cold personal protection. This oral respirator mask addresses the biggest problem underlying most face masks. That problem being face masks are only fully functional (to their rated standard) if they are able to seal perfectly to one's face 100% of the time.

Today, few face masks have that ability because most face masks leak around the edges and bridge of one's nose to varying degrees. This leakage is due to faces being different sizes and shapes due to age, ethnicity, gender, weight and unique facial features. This leakage significantly undermines the effectiveness of a face mask. In fact, common surgical type face masks and many homemade or e-commerce sourced decorative face masks are notorious for leaks and are essentially just ornamental.

About Best Virus Shields:

Best Virus Shields, Inc is a new company formed in 2020 to develop products that use mechanical systems and advanced filter materials to protect users in high-risk or life-threatening environments. These include exposure to COVID-19, the flu, and common cold viruses, as well as wildfire smoke. (Thermally generated particulates.) Visit https://www.bestvirusshields.com/ for more information about our innovative oral respirator mask.

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*Photo caption: Best Virus Shields oral respirator mask for use in high-risk environments.

New York based Best Virus Shields (BestVirusShields.com) is the manufacturer of a new "oral" COVID-19 respirator mask for use in high-risk environments. Today the company announced that its President, Thomas Leahy, would stand on 7th. Ave. at the NW corner of 42nd. Street from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Nov. 25 and 26 to demonstrate the efficacy of the company's oral respirator mask.

Related link: https://www.bestvirusshields.com/

Hawaii’s First N-95 Mask Factory Opens Saturday, Oct. 17, 2020 in Kona

KONA, Hawaii /ScoopCloud/ -- Kona Mask Co. LLC, located in Kailua-Kona near Costco, will begin producing N-95 and flat-pleated masks using two automated machines. "We can produce 1 million masks every 3 weeks made right here in Hawaii," says Nicolas Garcia, CEO of Kona Mask.

Garcia saw the need for a local manufacturer to provide PPE rather than one based thousands of miles away.

Garcia adds, "We are inviting Mayor Harry Kim, members of the Coronavirus Task Force, government officials, and local leaders who helped inspire this concept, to walk through the factory on Saturday, October 17 at 10 a.m."

For further information, contact Nicolas Garcia, 808-365-6989 or email pilot3155@gmail.com

Factory address: 73-4820 Kanalani Street, Bay 9, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740

Other newsworthy items:

* Captain Nicolas Garcia retired from United Airlines on April 1, 2020 after 46 years as a pilot.

* The mask factory was inspired after the Pandemic was declared and Garcia could not find a mask for his fiancé, Amy Colombo, a United Airlines flight attendant.

* The funding came from Garcia selling his home and retirement savings.

* Garcia ran a successful airline soap factory during the 1980s AIDS Crisis.

* The factory will be staffed by locals with manufacturing experience.

* The factory mural was painted by Katana Leigh and will be unveiled on Saturday.

More information: https://konamaskco.com/

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*Photo caption: CEO Nicolas Garcia and United Airlines flight attendant Amy Colombo poised to make millions of N-95 masks at The Kona Mask Co.

Kona Mask Co. LLC, located in Kailua-Kona near Costco, will begin producing N-95 and flat-pleated masks using two automated machines. "We can produce 1 million masks every 3 weeks made right here in Hawaii," says Nicolas Garcia, CEO of Kona Mask.

Related link: https://konamaskco.com/

Capital Office Products Supports its Community and Local Businesses by Supplying Essential Items

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Capital Office Products keeps clients stocked as they navigate new workplace solutions through the COVID-19 pandemic. Businesses have faced many challenges in 2020 and they are constantly changing, particularly in Los Angeles which has approached reopening the city with caution.

Capital Office Products holds a diverse client base including law firms, schools, and the fire department. As clients faced challenges like making the transition from working in the office to all employees working from home they worked with suppliers to find essential items clients needed to keep operations running smoothly.

Founder Carolyn Nelson says, "Capital Office Products guarantees to go above and beyond to get our clients the products they need because we truly care about their businesses like they were our own."

In going above and beyond for clients, Nelson and the Capital Office Products team focused on getting essential work from home items, like home office furniture, delivered to employees' homes while finding additional sources for hygiene products. When their standard vendor was out of the most in-demand product, hand sanitizer, Nelson immediately worked to find a solution. This led to a new partnership with a local company making hand sanitizer, which allowed Capital Office Products to make a same-day delivery of 5,000 hand sanitizers to the LA County Fire Department station. As College of the Canyons is navigating the challenges schools have been presented with, they acquired 2000 customized masks with the school logo through Capital Office Products.

Supporting the community has always been important to Nelson, who regularly works with and supports organizations such as Carousel Ranch and Bridge to Home. To support both of these organizations Capital Office Products has donated hand sanitizer to help protect volunteers and individuals in the community.

For essential businesses that have remained in their original workplaces, Capital Office Products has continued to deliver office supplies and source PPE daily. These efforts ensure Nelson and the team can meet clients' needs seamlessly. In addition to PPE essentials like hand sanitizer and masks, Capital Office Products has added barriers and furniture modifications to their supply list for all social distancing needs. Capital Office Products recently relaunched their website with a new design to make it even easier for new and existing clients to find what they need.

About Capital Office Products:

Founded in 1994 by Carolyn and Richard Nelson, Capital Office Products was started with the firm belief that there is a space in business relationships for clients that value the vendor relationship and the desire to connect with those clients. Capital Office Products is a certified WBE/DBE with the City of Los Angeles, an LSBE with the County of Los Angeles, and a certified small business with LAUSD. For more information on services and products, visit their recently updated website at: https://www.capitalofficeproductsca.com

Media Contact:
Carolyn Nelson
Owner, Capital Office Products
(818) 362-4156

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Capital Office Products keeps clients stocked as they navigate new workplace solutions through the COVID-19 pandemic. Businesses have faced many challenges in 2020 and they are constantly changing, particularly in Los Angeles which has approached reopening the city with caution.

Related link: https://www.capitalofficeproductsca.com/

Rhode Island Manufacturer Increases Production of Protective Face Shields amid Nationwide COVID-19 Resurgence

JOHNSTON, R.I. /ScoopCloud/ -- In response to the nationwide resurgence of COVID-19, A&H Worldwide recently increased production of their protective face shields to keep up with the rising demand. These affordable face shields are made of durable 16 pt. PETG plastic with a comfortable foam headband and an adjustable elastic band. They are available in a multitude of quantities to anyone interested and can be customized if desired.

"We've been manufacturing these face shields for over 3 months now and we're finding that the demand for them is increasing with the recent resurgence of the virus," said Chuck Simard, director of international operations. "A leading national pharmacy chain recently purchased over one million of our shields to be sold in their retail stores," he added. The plastic face shields offer benefits that cloth coverings don't, including improved communication, ventilation, less face touching and they can be easily sanitized and reused.

The face shields are suitable for many industries including retail, grocery stores, food service workers, first responders, police & fire, schools and for anyone required to work directly with the public.

For more information or to purchase the face shields, please call 401-943-5040 ex: 546, email sales@aandhworldwide.com or visit http://www.aandhworldwide.com/.

About A&H Worldwide

For over 50 years, A&H Worldwide, a global leader in product packaging, has been providing the world's leading retail brands with innovative, creative packaging. Headquartered in Johnston, RI, A&H Worldwide has facilities in the US, Europe and Asia. A&H Worldwide re-tooled their factory in March 2020 to produce protective face shields in an effort to assist with the COVID-19 pandemic.

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In response to the nationwide resurgence of COVID-19, A&H Worldwide recently increased production of their protective face shields to keep up with the rising demand. These affordable face shields are made of durable 16 pt. PETG plastic with a comfortable foam headband and an adjustable elastic band. They are available in a multitude of quantities to anyone interested and can be customized if desired.

Related link: http://www.aandhworldwide.com/

University Kia of Durham Donates Face Shields to Duke-Health

DURHAM, N.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- A donation of Personal Protective Equipment assembled at Kia's U.S. plant is the latest element of Kia Motors' "Accelerate The Good" program. To aid in the fight against COVID-19, University Kia of Durham has donated more than 100 face shields for medical worker use at Duke.

This delivery is the latest element of Kia Motors' Accelerate The Good program, which includes national and local level initiatives implemented in response to the pandemic. Each of Kia's 757 retailers nationwide are making similar donations to the hospital or medical facility of their choosing, totaling more than 75,000 face shields across all 50 states.

"Kia has really stepped up in this time of need and we are honored to do our part and by helping Duke-Health in the fight against COVID-19 by providing badly needed face shields to medical workers here in Durham," said Aric Swanger, General Manager, University Kia of Durham. "We are grateful for the hard work and dedication these frontline medical workers exhibit every day to save lives in our community."

The latest face shield deliveries are the latest in a series of initiatives Kia Motors America implemented in response to COVID-19. The program, called Accelerate The Good, previously saw Kia donating $1 million to multiple non-profit partners that assist homeless youth nationwide, including Covenant House, StandUp for Kids and Family Promise.

The $1 million donation was designed to help homeless youth in all 50 states receive much needed shelter and care needed during this time. In addition, earlier face shield donations - more than 300,000 thus far - were made to hospitals and medical facilities in hard hit metropolitan areas such as Atlanta, Chicago, Detroit, Los Angeles and New York City.

For more information about University Kia, please visit their website at: https://universitykiaofdurham.com/

A donation of Personal Protective Equipment assembled at Kia's U.S. plant is the latest element of Kia Motors' "Accelerate The Good" program. To aid in the fight against COVID-19, University Kia of Durham has donated more than 100 face shields for medical worker use at Duke.

Related link: https://universitykiaofdurham.com/

Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda, Together with Collaborative Partners, Distributes Free PPE to Facilities in Alameda County

PLEASANT HILL, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda today announces the upcoming free drive-through PPE distribution to Alameda County facilities on Friday, June 26, 2020.

"We have a dedicated team supporting long-term care residents in the Alameda community," says Nicole Howell, Executive Director of Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda. "We are so happy to come together with other organizations and community partners to help the hardworking frontline staff care for our seniors."

This will be the third distribution of gloves, sanitizer, and face masks in the East Bay Area for Ombudsman Services, helping to protect a portion of the 29,000 long-term care residents that it serves.

To reserve supplies, employees of Licensed Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly (RCFEs)and Adult Residential Facilities (ARFs) in Alameda County should visit https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfM5HSLgJRfqNsJse-RPsaNeraWpTrDEbZ6udUZG9Ar7ZIUjQ/viewform by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 24, 2020. Facilities will receive an emailed confirmation alerting them to a pickup time and location for Friday morning.

Because this is a contactless pickup, those attending should write the name of their facility on an 8.5 x 11-inch piece of paper and place it on their dashboard.

Friday's distribution in Alameda County will be held in partnership with Creating New Hope, East Bay Community Energy, EBPPE.Org, as well as with the City of Dublin and the California National Guard.

About Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda:
Ombudsman Services is the only organization mandated by law to make unannounced visits to long-term care facilities to ensure that residents are free from abuse and are receiving quality care. We have been aiding the community for more than 40 years, and all services are free of charge. We serve Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda counties with our team of highly trained Ombudsman staff and volunteers.

For more information, visit https://www.ccsombudsman.org/.

About Creating New Hope:
We specialize in identifying quality assisted living communities. We are specific and comprehensive in our approach. Our senior living advocates prescreen each community, checking licensing and regulatory history directly from the California Department of Social Services database. By providing families with relevant information, they can choose an appropriate assisted living community that will meet their loved one's needs.

We are advocates who share unbiased insights and recommendations. We understand how difficult this process is, and our intention is to be a guiding light during this transition.

Learn More: https://creatingnewhope.org

About East Bay Community Energy:
East Bay Community Energy (EBCE) is the local electricity supplier in Alameda County. EBCE provides cleaner, greener energy at competitive rates to our customers. EBCE reinvests earnings back into the community to create local green energy jobs, local programs, and clean power projects.

Learn More: https://ebce.org

About EBPPE.Org:
We are the members of Music4Heart, a volunteer organization that performs music for seniors and children with special needs, and now we have turned our attention to COVID-19. We are planning to have a virtual concert at the end of this month. At the same time, we would like to organize a fundraising campaign to help donate masks and other PPE to hospitals and communities.

Learn More: https://www.ebppe.org

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Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda today announces the upcoming free drive-through PPE distribution to Alameda County facilities on Friday, June 26, 2020.

Related link: https://www.ccsombudsman.org/

Local San Diego company distributes PPE nationwide to hospitals and government agencies in need during the coronavirus pandemic

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- A local San Diego company, The PPE Supply Co., plays a significant role in getting hospitals and government agencies the PPE they need. Located in San Marcos, California the company began in an attempt to help during the coronavirus crisis. However, it ended up becoming one of the largest companies facilitating hospitals, businesses and government agencies personal protective equipment (PPE) around the country.

Serial entrepreneur Bardia Rahim began the company in quarantine as he followed the news leading up to the pandemic. "I kept hearing on the news about the PPE shortage in hospitals and just wanted to help. I knew a few of my friends were large-scale suppliers so I reached out to see what we could do. I just made a few phone calls and had no idea how massively this would turn out. I saw a need and just took action."

Rahim initially founded the company with the mere intention to help, but has now secured substantial government contracts with the pentagon as well as large hospital buying groups nationwide. These contracts will help supply over 500,000 hospitals with PPE amidst the shortage due to the coronavirus pandemic.

The PPE Supply Co. specializes in "spot buys" out of Los Angeles. This means that goods to be distributed to buyers are already landed and ready to be delivered immediately within the USA. With counterfeit PPE sales at an all-time high, Rahim believes that dealing with USA manufactured goods is the best and safest way to operate.

Spot buy deals also ensure that the goods are readily available, as many distributors are making claims on fictitious lots. The spot buy is a buying practice typically used by hospitals during crises, or when there is a shortage and they need goods "on the fly." They are faster transactions on live products which ship immediately. These deals are extremely prevalent now, as there is an overwhelming shortage in PPE supply, during the current state of emergency.

Especially since relations with China, the main producers of PPE for the USA, are turbulent most buyers have been forced to source goods within the country. The Trump administration has put extensive tariffs on Chinese exports and even halted their shipments amidst the recent trade war. This is good news for USA producers, however, there is still extreme shortage as output volumes are not yet up to par with the overwhelming demands.

The PPE Supply Co's efforts are acknowledged. Hopefully this will be a catalyst and inspiration for companies and individuals to pivot and find success amidst chaos. Small businesses fuel the economy so it is important to keep them alive and well. Rahim says his company will designate twenty percent of its profits toward mask donations to hospitals nationwide.

For more information visit https://www.theppesupply.co/

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A local San Diego company, The PPE Supply Co., plays a significant role in getting hospitals and government agencies the PPE they need. Located in San Marcos, California the company began in an attempt to help during the coronavirus crisis.

Related link: https://www.theppesupply.co/

GreenShield finish can be a barrier to virus spread

ROCHESTER, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- The GreenShield Company, a division of BigSky Technologies LLC, is responding to the global Coronavirus pandemic with concern and hope for those being impacted by the disease. GreenShield is taking this opportunity to evaluate its products effectiveness in reducing the ability of the Coronavirus to contaminate and transmit on different surfaces.

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is worn to protect the wearer's body from infection and to minimize exposure to airborne particulate such as the Coronavirus. Protective lab coats, pre-caution gowns, surgical gowns & covers, and other protective clothing need to be breathable, comfortable and reusable. Many of these protective materials are woven polyester/cotton blend fabrics that utilize finishes for additional performance features such as liquid resistance and durability.

The small amount of fluorochemical used in the GreenShield finish provides a surface that repels oil-based materials, such as viruses, like COVID-19, which has an oily lipid outer layer. The lipid layer is essentially a fatty envelope that holds the virus. This envelope is what appears to be the Achille's heel of the virus, as breaking this layer causes the whole virus to fall apart. When coming into contact with materials treated with GreenShield, these viruses do not adhere to the surface but rather roll off of the surface structure.

"The little bit of fluorochemical-based GreenShield C6XL goes a long way towards clean, safe surfaces on personal protective materials," said Dr. Cathy Fleischer, Managing Partner and co-founder of BigSky Technologies.

"In the crisis that we are dealing with, GreenShield treated fabrics are easy to clean, reduce their impact on the environment, and increase health and safety," said Fleischer.

GreenShield is a nano-particle finish that has 5-10 times lower fluorochemical compared to competitive products that use higher levels of fluorine to meet industry standards.

GreenShield can be used on many materials, including polyester, cotton, nylon, and solution dyed fibers (for cleaning with diluted bleach). The patented GreenShield finish is chemically bound to the fibers of the fabric and remain colorfast and durable for the life of the fabric. Fabrics finished with Greenshield have exceptional water repellency, maintain their durability, breathability, original hand and are recyclable.

Learn more at https://greenshieldfinish.com/

About BigSky Technologies LLC

BigSky Technologies LLC is a materials science company that manufacturers textile finishes inspired by nature. The company develops cost-effective solutions for the coatings, fabrics, and composite industries using sustainable manufacturing processes while reducing or eliminating the use of harmful chemicals. BigSky Technologies LLC produces GreenShield(R), an environmentally friendly stain resistant fabric finish.

The GreenShield Company, a division of BigSky Technologies LLC, is responding to the global Coronavirus pandemic with concern and hope for those being impacted by the disease. GreenShield is taking this opportunity to evaluate its products effectiveness in reducing the ability of the Coronavirus to contaminate and transmit on different surfaces.

Related link: https://greenshieldfinish.com/

New Global Coalition Responds with 1 Million+ Face Shields and Counting

HEBRON, Ky. /ScoopCloud/ -- FiberShield.org, a new international coalition of paper and packaging companies, founded by Ed Zumbiel of Zumbiel Packaging, Hebron, Kentucky and Andreas Keller, of Pawi, Switzerland, in response to the PPE shortage, has, in less than a month manufactured more than 1 million face shields to help protect those on the frontlines fighting COVID-19.

Ed Zumbiel reports that the majority of those shields have been donated to medical professionals and first responders. Production continues and will until there is no longer a need. The FiberShield organization has grown quickly and now counts more than 50 paper and packaging member companies worldwide.

This all began when Ed Zumbiel heard about 3D printed shields being produced to help medical professionals in New York City - but production was limited to only 5,000 units daily. Ed Zumbiel knew Zumbiel Packaging could produce an effective, single-use shield in much greater quantities - literally thousands more per hour.

To encourage widespread participation Zumbiel and Pawi have donated the patent-pending technical specifications, royalty-free for the face shields through 2020, to any packaging company willing to donate the first 100,000 units. Ed Zumbiel reports several coalition members have already far exceeded the minimum donation requirement.

For more information about the coalition or how to order face shields visit https://www.fibershield.org/ or contact Ed Zumbiel at ezumbiel@zumbiel.com

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FiberShield.org, a new international coalition of paper and packaging companies, founded by Ed Zumbiel of Zumbiel Packaging, Hebron, Kentucky and Andreas Keller, of Pawi, Switzerland, in response to the PPE shortage, has, in less than a month manufactured more than 1 million face shields to help protect those on the frontlines fighting COVID-19.

Related link: https://www.zumbiel.com/

Talon International, a global Trims and Zipper manufacturer, is leveraging its supply chain, delivering millions of pieces of PPE to global market

WOODLAND HILLS, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Talon International, has retooled its manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and around the world to supply Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for medical and non-medical. Talon is supplying 3-ply face masks and medical-grade face shields, as well as cloth masks, gloves, alcohol wipes, hand sanitizer, and isolation gowns. A portion of the proceeds from the sales of PPE will be donated to the Feeding America organization.

"For over 125 years, Talon has supplied the fashion industry with trims, zippers and other related products," said Larry Dyne, CEO of Talon. "Today, the world has very different needs. I'm proud of the team at Talon for taking on the challenge of redirecting all their efforts to supplying our country and local communities with safety equipment that will save lives. This team is passionate about being able to help the whole world in this effort. Our entire supply chain is mobilized and ready to meet this global challenge. Our 125 yrs. of expertise in managing supply chains and global logistics will aid this effort."

Manufactured in Los Angeles, the Talon face shields help the N95 masks last longer by protecting them from particulate matter. Manufacturing of these shields will ramp up very quickly to keep up with the demand required. We have the ability to "scale up" on short notice. Talon's "stretch technologies" facility was retooled in just a few days to begin making these face shields. Talon is also manufacturing and importing hand sanitizer, alcohol wipes, gloves, and medical gowns for use by medical and non-medical personnel.

While production is expected to be significant and consistent, businesses and nonprofits in need are encouraged to contact the company immediately to make sure their needs are filled quickly.

Customers can begin placing orders by e-mailing Covid@TalonInternational.com with a request for what they need.

"My optometry business hasn't stopped," said Dr. Matthew Aplert, based in Los Angeles, California. "People still need eyewear and eye care, particularly our front-line heroes, such as doctors and nurses. Talon was able to deliver masks to me when no one else could. I have enough to keep my staff and my patients protected. Talon made it possible for me to continue to serve my patients safely."

Talon invented the world's first zipper in 1893 changing fashion forever. With a pedigree like this, it may seem like they would rest on their laurels. Instead, they're committed to moving fashion forward with custom zippers, trim, tags, and a wide variety of printed marketing solutions. Talon continues their legacy of innovation in apparel technology with stretch technology, as well as the Plastic and Spiral Airtight Zippers.

Website: https://taloninternational.com/

For more information about this topic, please e-mail: Covid@TalonInternational.com

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Talon International, has retooled its manufacturing facilities in the U.S. and around the world to supply Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for medical and non-medical. Talon is supplying 3-ply face masks and medical-grade face shields, as well as cloth masks, gloves, alcohol wipes, hand sanitizer, and isolation gowns.

Related link: https://taloninternational.com/

BluEdge Produces 3D Printed Face Shields for Healthcare Workers

BELLEVILLE, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- BluEdge is proud to announce that our production facilities have been reconfigured and dedicated to the production of PPE Face Shields.

Over the past several weeks, BluEdge has transferred all of its Ultimaker 3D printers to its Belleville, New Jersey branch. Several BluEdge clients have also donated their printers to the cause, resulting in a 14-printer 3D farm that has been running 24/7. In addition to the farm, BluEdge has been utilizing a Dimension 1200 3D Printer, a Stratasys F170 3D Printer, a Multi-Cam Router, and a Zund Cutter. Together, the shop is capable of producing 10,000 face shields per week.

Frank Plum, Vice President of Sales at BlueEdge, stated, "I have been so impressed by the number of our clients who have helped us to get this initiative off the ground. They were so quick to donate their machines in the name of helping our frontline medical professionals."

He added, "This is an unprecedented moment in our history, but the silver lining has been seeing how the community has come together to help those who are putting their health and safety on the line."

Up to 50% of our 3D output is being donated to healthcare and other essential workers.

At the time of this press release, BluEdge has donated to the following institutions:
* Children's Hospital Landover, MD
* Montefiore Medical Center, NY
* Mount Sinai Hospital, NY
* NYU Langone Belle Harbor, NY
* Overlook Medical Center of Summit, NJ
* Reconstructive Surgery Group, NJ
* Rochester Medical Center, NY
* St. Joseph's Children's Hospital, NJ
* Township of West Milford, NJ
* Washington Adventist Hospital, MD

Learn more about our face shields production at: https://www.bluedge.com/face-shields

About BluEdge:

BluEdge is a national provider of comprehensive Managed Print Services, Creative Graphics, Reprographics, and 3D Services, and has been supporting clients since its establishment in 1898. BluEdge has been family-owned and operated for over 120 years and is proud to be a certified Woman Business Enterprise. They can be found on Facebook, Twitter, Linkedin, and Instagram.

For more information, visit: https://www.bluedge.com/

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BluEdge is proud to announce that our production facilities have been reconfigured and dedicated to the production of PPE Face Shields. Over the past several weeks, BluEdge has transferred all of its Ultimaker 3D printers to its Belleville, New Jersey branch.

Related link: https://www.bluedge.com/

TrueHero Extreme Coverage Face Shields, Made in the USA, are Available for the Medical Community and Other Front Liners

BROCTON, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- TrueHero(TM) Face Shields are the result of good old American ingenuity and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives our country. Recognizing that the need for such shields was only going to grow with the spread of COVID-19, plastics manufacturer, Jay Baker, of Jamestown Plastics, rallied his troops and, in a matter of days, designed and began manufacturing TrueHero(TM) Face Shields at his facility in Brocton, New York.

Today, TrueHero(TM) Face Shields are being used in New York City at the epicenter of the coronavirus pandemic and in a quickly growing number of states and even countries around the globe.

But, as demand continues to escalate, Baker continues to increase available supply. The fact is that politics and red tape are strangling the ability of those on the front lines to get the PPE they need.

If you know someone on the front lines that does not have access to adequate PPE protection, please direct them to the TrueHero website: https://trueheroshield.com/.

About the product:

TrueHero(TM) Face Shields are made of Clearon, a medical grade, optically clear PETG. Extremely lightweight and comfortable to wear, TrueHero Face Shields were designed in conjunction with medical professionals for extreme protection and all-day use. A flanged perimeter maximizes protection from the periphery. Multi-port exhaust channels release heat and moisture, yet preclude the entry of germs.

The shields offer full range visibility and employ hook-and-loop straps for infinite adjustability and a secure, set-it-and-forget-it fit. A peel-and-stick foam forehead liner enhances comfort. And, for a customized fit, the shield can be trimmed with scissors.

TrueHero(TM) Extreme Coverage Face Shields, extraordinary protection for extraordinary people. Thank you for all you do!

For more information, visit https://trueheroshield.com/
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Jamestown Plastics – one of the most highly diversified custom plastic companies in the world. Learn more at: https://www.jamestownplastics.com/

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Note: Patent-pending TrueHero Shields are considered Personal Protection Equipment but do not carry FDA certification as a medical device.

TrueHero Face Shields are the result of good old American ingenuity and the entrepreneurial spirit that drives our country. Recognizing that the need for such shields was only going to grow with the spread of COVID-19, plastics manufacturer, Jay Baker, of Jamestown Plastics, rallied his troops and, in a matter of days, designed and began manufacturing TrueHero™ Face Shields at his facility.

Related link: https://www.jamestownplastics.com/

Entrepreneurs Can Provide Millions of Masks to Hospitals to battle COVID-19

SANTA ROSA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Golden Eagle International LLC (GEI), a veteran owned global product developer and producer, announced today that they can provide tens of millions of FDA sanctioned KN95 and N95 Respirator Masks as well as Medical Face Shields from their global network to our brave healthcare workers who are literally begging for these items. These items will be delivered promptly, within 7 to 8 days after the customer places an order.

The demand for these items is mind boggling. The Business Insider recently reported that US Medical Workers would need 3.5 Billion face masks to fight the COVID-19 pandemic. As of March, we only had about 1% of that number.

Additionally, medical workers have been posting on social media about the horrific conditions they are facing, and how some are quitting their jobs because of the lack of personal protection equipment (PPE). "America is not prepared, and nurses are not being protected," says one anonymous nurse whose video recently went viral.

In an article posted in healthline.com, they report that Connecticut has at least 200 nurses who have been sidelined from their duties and put in isolation due to lack of testing. In Washington State, dozens of staffers at a nursing home tested positive for the coronavirus. In Pittsfield, Massachusetts, 160 employees of Berkshire Medical Center have been quarantined due to exposure to the virus.

"The problem is that there is just too much red tape for these large organizations like hospitals and government agencies to move quickly," says GEI's CEO Kyle O'Connor. "What we need is the public's help to spread the word and let the hospitals and medical workers on the front line know we have this life-saving equipment ready for procurement now."

In an effort to streamline these bureaucracies and coordinate the distribution of these PPEs, GEI has set up a website, https://fastmedequipment.com/.

This makes it easy for medical workers, hospitals and other organizations to place orders now, and get PPEs fast. For organizations wanting to procure larger orders or respirator masks, please contact GEI directly.

To contact GEI, or learn more about how they are fighting COVID-19 and how you can help, contact Bob Dietrich at bob@fastmedequipment.com, or call at 619-518-1907.

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Golden Eagle International LLC (GEI), a veteran owned global product developer and producer, announced today that they can provide tens of millions of FDA sanctioned KN95 and N95 Respirator Masks as well as Medical Face Shields from their global network to our brave healthcare workers who are literally begging for these items.

Related link: https://fastmedequipment.com/

Inked Gaming Donates 15,000 Masks to Hospitals, First Responders

CORVALLIS, Ore. /ScoopCloud/ -- When healthcare workers around Oregon started asking for hand-sewn mask donations, Oregon-based gaming supplies company, Inked Gaming, answered the call. It quickly set its sewing team into action to create more than 15,000 face masks that will be donated to hospitals and first responders suffering from the state's personal protective equipment (PPE) shortage.

"I had two seamstresses who didn't have much work to do, so I thought we could help out and use our time and resources to give back," Thomas Pool, CEO, Inked Gaming, says. "We're donating these face masks to local hospitals, veterinary clinics, nursing homes, fire stations, delivery drivers and more."

While hand-sewn cloth masks do not offer the same protection as N95 and surgical masks, the CDC website on the Coronavirus states, "In settings where facemasks are not available, HCP might use homemade masks (e.g., bandana, scarf) for care of patients with COVID-19 as a last resort." (REF: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/ppe-strategy/face-masks.html ).

As a small, locally-owned company, Inked Gaming needed help funding the supplies, so for every face mask or face shield purchased on the company's website, Inked Gaming pledged to donate 19 additional masks.

"I never anticipated the amount of support we'd receive," Pool says.

Inked Gaming received enough orders to create more than their initial end goal of 10,000 face masks for donation in less than four days.

"We figured we would sell enough to keep our employees busy for the next couple months. We didn't expect to sell 500 through the weekend," Pool says. "We were amazed by the response and by how so many people were willing and wanting to help."

After so many were sold, the company was now faced with a decision of whether to shut down the operation or to lower the number.

"At 10,000 donated masks, we knew that if we kept up at the same pace, we would be putting ourselves in a position where we couldn't fulfill our promises," Pool explains. "After talking with the team, we decided that lowering the donation level, but staying with the cause would be best."

To account for this, Inked Gaming changed their pledge to donating an additional four masks for every one mask sold.

On Friday, April 3, President Donald Trump announced the recommendation that Americans should wear non-medical cloth face masks when in public. With these new guidelines, Inked Gaming reports seeing another significant increase in orders. Its team of two seamstresses is working hard to keep up with the number of masks to be sewn, while following all CDC and Oregon safety guidelines regarding COVID-19.

"We've had several local requests to help sew the donation masks too. Right now, that's the most helpful," Pool says. "We're wanting to get them out as soon as we can and the community's support has been so uplifting."

The company has also located a surgical mask supplier which will allow them to supplement some of its donations with higher quality masks, and reduce some of the strain on the small sewing team.

Inked Gaming plans to continue donating masks as long as they are able and there's a need. Face masks can be purchased at: https://www.inkedgaming.com/collections/face-masks-and-face-shields.

About Inked Gaming

Inked Gaming was founded in 2011 to help gamers customize their gaming experiences. Its mission from the beginning has been - "We help you customize the way you play; easy and affordable." Every gamer is an individual and Inked Gaming strives to provide all gamers with an outlet to express themselves through gaming accessories.

Find out more at:

Website: https://www.inkedgaming.com/pages/about-us

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/InkedGamingOfficial

Twitter: https://twitter.com/inkedgaming

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkedgaming/

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When healthcare workers around Oregon started asking for hand-sewn mask donations, Oregon-based gaming supplies company, Inked Gaming, answered the call. It quickly set its sewing team into action to create more than 15,000 face masks that will be donated to hospitals and first responders suffering from the state's personal protective equipment (PPE) shortage.

Related link: https://www.inkedgaming.com/

Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda Issues Statement on COVID-19 Outbreak at Orinda Convalescent Facility

PLEASANT HILL, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- At least 49 people test positive for the novel coronavirus at Orinda nursing home. "We are saddened to find out about the situation at the Orinda Care Center, where it has been reported 27 residents and 22 staff members have tested positive for COVID-19," says Nicole Howell, executive director of Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda.

"These seniors are our community's most vulnerable and valuable members, and they deserve access to the highest level of care and protection we can provide. Ombudsman Services is privileged to serve these residents, and we are on standby to offer support and resources to them during this challenging time."

Nicole adds, "It is almost surreal that we are all faced with a situation that just a month ago, we could not have fathomed. We are hopeful as we see our country and communities rise to the challenge, seeking to protect our most vulnerable, but there is so much more to be done. This local outbreak underscores the urgent need for us to double up on our commitments to practice all safety guidelines for this virus while working to maintain high engagement and connection with our seniors. We call on all members of our community to connect with the old adults in their lives via phone call, Zoom, social media, email, and other forms of digital communication."

"Unfortunately, our most vulnerable seniors are those in long-term care facilities like Orinda Care Center, and they require the most protection. To ensure their safety, it is of utmost importance that facilities and caregivers have access to all necessary personal protective equipment (PPE)," Howell goes on to say. "Further, facility staff should only be working at one facility to prevent possible spread to other facilities and should be compensated accordingly."

Nicole emphasizes, "We call upon cities, counties, elected officials, and all citizens to engage in this process and ensure that senior care facilities have the necessary supplies, food, and means to keep their residents safe. We hope you will all join us in taking a stand and ensuring that our seniors are safe."

About Nicole Howell:
As the executive director for Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda, Nicole is responsible for ensuring that the nearly 500,000 seniors in those counties have access to the highest level of care and respect and, above all, are able to live free of abuse and neglect.

Throughout her decadelong career in the nonprofit community, Nicole has helped cultivate change through a belief that there are power and equity in shared leadership. She believes that powerful leadership is met with equal parts enthusiasm, engagement, and connection to the team and those you are working with.

"I've always had a passion for the nonprofit community, but when I became part of Ombudsman Services, something just clicked. I quickly found myself becoming a fierce advocate for seniors and dependent adults and was driven to immerse myself in culture-changing initiatives and person-centered care philosophies. It's a true honor to be able to use my voice for those who don't quite know how to or can't."

An avid speaker on all topics on elder advocacy and elder justice, Nicole is honored to serve and be a part of the Solano Partners Against Violence as a Solano County appointed board member, a member of the Core Project Team for the Alliance to End Abuse, a member of the Steering Committee for the California Elder Justice Coalition, a member of the Council for Age-Friendly Communities - Alameda County, a board member for the Trinity Center - Contra Costa County, a member of the Rotary Club of Walnut Creek Sunrise, and 2020 Walnut Creek Chair for Wine, Women, and Shoes.

About Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda:

Ombudsman Services is the only organization mandated by law to make unannounced visits to long-term care facilities to ensure that residents are free from abuse and are receiving quality care. We have been aiding the community for more than 40 years and all services are free of charge. We serve Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda Counties with our team of highly trained Ombudsman staff and volunteers.

For more information, visit https://www.ccsombudsman.org/

At least 49 people test positive for the novel coronavirus at Orinda nursing home. "We are saddened to find out about the situation at the Orinda Care Center, where it has been reported 27 residents and 22 staff members have tested positive for COVID-19," says Nicole Howell, executive director of Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa, Solano and Alameda.

Related link: https://www.ccsombudsman.org/

Gel Knee Pads for Work Made of Same Material Pro Athletes Wear

LONG BEACH, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Braxtly Tools now offers a work knee pad made from the same materials used by professional million-dollar athletes in protecting their knees, an advanced technology competitively priced for both professionals and DIYers.

The new Heavy-Duty Gel Knee Pads combat knee and joint pain commonly found from prolonged kneeling.

Made of high-performance EVA foam padding that molds to your knee and a rigid PVC outer casing shell that encompasses a gel core, the Gel Knee Pads acts like "a helmet for your knees," Braxtly Tools Spokesperson Justin Bowler said.

Most knee injuries are a result of constant prolonged exposure without the correct personal protective equipment (PPE). Our pads will also help workers and DIYers guard against abrasions, cuts, scrapes."

Long, adjustable polyester mesh straps are stress-tested to withstand constant use and breathe for all-day comfort; the straps fit legs up to 28 inches in circumference. Fasteners are reinforced so they won't break when you tighten the strap after a week of tile work, for example. And, the knee pads provide shock absorption, helping reduce compression pain often associated with kneeling on tile, brick, hardwood, or cement floors.

"Many other knee pads look like ours, but ours are specially designed with stress-tested industrial materials for prolonged durability and comfort," Bowler said. The company's product video demonstrates these claims.

"One in five American men and women suffer from knee pain," Bowler said. "Knee injuries often are a result of constant prolonged exposure without the correct Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). We feel our Heavy-Duty Gel Knee Pads will offer better results to protect workers against health and safety risks on the job."

The product is reviewed online here: Brief Review - Braxtly Tools Heavy Duty Work Knee Pads - http://elizabeth-house.org/brief-review-braxtly-tools-heavy-duty-work-knee-pads/.

Braxtly Tools offers a Manufacturer 100% guarantee and the pads are backed by a manufacturer 45-day money-back guarantee or one-year free replacement warranty. On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Braxtly-Tools-Kneepads/dp/B07MXRLZLX/

About Braxtly Tools:

Braxtly Tools is an American family owned company in Long Beach, California. We make tools for professionals and DIYers alike. Learn more: https://www.braxtlytools.com/

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Braxtly Tools now offers a work knee pad made from the same materials used by professional million-dollar athletes in protecting their knees, an advanced technology competitively priced for both professionals and DIYers.

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Heavy Duty Gel Knee Pads for Work Can Save Your Knees

LONG BEACH, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Braxtly Tools, a leader in heavy duty and industrial grade tools for Professionals and serious DIYers, announces the launch of their new Heavy-Duty Gel Knee Pads to combat knee and joint pain commonly found from prolonged kneeling.

Features that set the Braxtly Tools Heavy Duty Knee Pads apart from other brands is the rigid PVC outer casing shell that encompasses a gel core and a foam padding that molds to your knee.

"Think of it as a helmet for your knees," Braxtly Tools Spokesperson Justin Bowler said. "Most knee injuries are a result of constant prolonged exposure without the correct personal protective equipment (PPE). Our pads will help keep your knees free from pain, prevent injury and minimize joint pain."

Mechanics, floor installers and plumbers know what it's like to spend much of the day on their knees, so it's imperative to have well-made and durable PPEs. And, DIYers who make their own home repairs and enjoy gardening will find Braxtly Tools Heavy Duty Knee Pads a "must have" in the tool kit.

Your knees will be fully guarded against abrasions, cuts, scrapes and scuffs. "Are you worried about this kind of floor debris: nails, sharp pieces of wood, screws, garden spurs, bush thorns, the ill placed upside-down rake, and many other pointy thingies? If so, then we got you covered," Bowler said.

The Heavy-Duty Gel Knee Pads feature EVA foam padding, it is soft without being sponge-like, and the same used by professional sports teams in high-performance equipment and by major sports shoe companies who use it in specialty shoes to dull impact. Long, adjustable polyester mesh straps are stress-tested to withstand constant use and breathe for all-day comfort; the straps fit legs up to 28 inches in circumference.

Fasteners are reinforced so they won't break when you tighten the strap after a week of tile work, for example. And, the knee pads provide shock absorption, helping reduce compression pain often associated with kneeling on tile, brick, hardwood, or cement floors.

The product is reviewed online here: Brief Review - Braxtly Tools Heavy Duty Work Knee Pads - http://elizabeth-house.org/brief-review-braxtly-tools-heavy-duty-work-knee-pads/.

Braxtly Tools offers a Manufacturer 100% guarantee and the pads are backed by a manufacturer 45-day money-back guarantee or one-year free replacement warranty. On Amazon: https://amzn.to/2CbjHOK.

About Braxtly Tools:

Braxtly Tools is an American family owned company in Long Beach, California. We make tools for professionals and DIYers alike. Learn more: https://www.braxtlytools.com/.

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Braxtly Tools, a leader in heavy duty and industrial grade tools for Professionals and serious DIYers, announces the launch of their new Heavy-Duty Gel Knee Pads to combat knee and joint pain commonly found from prolonged kneeling.

Related link: https://www.braxtlytools.com/